In The Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane, Henry Fleming, a recruit with the 304th regiment can be considered a ‘hero’. But what exactly is a hero? Well, this is how the American Heritage Dictionary defines “hero”: he·ro (hîr-o) n., pl. he·roes. A person noted for feats of courage or nobility of purpose, especially one who has risked or sacrificed his or her life. I define “hero” as someone who has …showed first 75 words of 672 total…

…showed last 75 words of 672 total…behind him, and he realized that he has come through "the red sickness" of battle, he overcame his fears. He is now able to look forward to peace, and contentment in himself. In conclusion, Henry was a hero because he overcame his fears about death and war. He changed from being a coward, running away from his first battle, to a hero, who was courageous and held up their flag with proud at the end.